Category: diet and cancer

In the 1960’s, Dr. Ernst Wynder proposed that high fat diets were a major cause of colon cancer. Today, things do not seem quite so simple. Clearly there is something about a typical Western diet that promotes co­lon cancer, the number one cancer killer in nonsmokers. In general, epidemiological studies suggest that diets higher in ... Learn From the Exception: Colon Cancer

Americans who are non-smokers are more likely to die from colorectal cancer than any other type of cancer. Even higher rates of colorectal cancer are seen in Australia, Canada, the Czech Republic and Austria. The incidence of colorectal cancer in these countries and the U.S. are from 3 to...

Avoid Stomach Cancer Up until the 1930's the number one cancer killer in the United States was stomach cancer. Its incidence has dropped dramatically in the last 50 years but it still kills about 15,000 Americans annually. In Japan, stomach cancer still kills more people than breast, colon and...

Using Chemoprotective Phytochemicals In The War Against Cancer The Battle: Americans are eating too much fat & too many calories, not enough fruits and vegetables.? These poor eating habits increase the risk of cancer.? 35% of all cancers may be linked directly to diet. The Mission: Reduce cancer risk by eating a plant-rich diet, which ... Chemoprotective Veggies

With the fear of breast cancer, most women are eager to learn ways to reduce their risk of the disease. Current research is focusing on what substances in plant foods - fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, legumes and tea- may help prevent, slow or even reverse breast cancer. For...

September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Several studies have shown that diet and exercise are important for prostate health. They help boost the immune system, speed up recovery time from cancer treatment and improve the overall quality of life. Here are 7 suggestions for prostate cancer prevention and...